nonaltruistically
Syllables
non-al-tru-is-ti-cal-ly
Pronunciation
/ˌnɒnˌæl.trʊˈɪs.tɪ.kli/
Stress
0010101
Morphemes
non- + altru- + -istically
The word 'nonaltruistically' is divided into seven syllables: non-al-tru-is-ti-cal-ly. It consists of the prefix 'non-', the root 'altru-', and the suffix '-istically'. Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('tru'). Syllabification follows standard English rules prioritizing onsets and avoiding stranded consonants.
Definitions
- 1
In a manner that is not selfless or concerned with the welfare of others; selfishly.
“He acted nonaltruistically, prioritizing his own gain.”
Stress pattern
Primary stress falls on the fifth syllable ('tru'). The stress pattern is typical for words with multiple suffixes.
Syllables
non — Open syllable, initial consonant cluster.. al — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant.. tru — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant cluster.. is — Closed syllable, vowel followed by consonant.. ti — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant.. cal — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant.. ly — Open syllable, vowel preceded by consonant.
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